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Two school districts in Texas and South Carolina have implemented universal screening to identify gifted students from diverse populations who might otherwise be overlooked. This approach aims to broaden access to gifted education programs by using comprehensive assessments rather than relying on teacher nominations or parent requests. The initiative has led to increased representation of […]

The Board of Immigration Appeals has ruled that having active DACA status does not automatically terminate removal proceedings for recipients. This decision weakens the protections offered by DACA, potentially exposing beneficiaries to deportation risks despite their status. It underscores ongoing uncertainties in immigration policies affecting childhood arrivals. Key Points Active DACA status alone insufficient to

A bipartisan group of Colorado lawmakers has proposed a novel investment strategy to address the childcare funding shortage. The bill aims to raise millions of dollars to expand subsidies and reduce waitlists for families in need. This approach seeks to make childcare more accessible through innovative financial mechanisms. Key Points Bipartisan proposal for novel childcare

Students across New York faced login issues preventing them from taking the state’s 3-8 grade math exams on Wednesday morning. The technical problems caused statewide delays in the administration of these standardized tests. Officials are investigating the cause, but no immediate resolution was reported. Key Points Widespread login failures affected students in grades 3-8 during

David Morens, a former aide to Dr. Anthony Fauci, has been indicted on charges of conspiracy and falsifying records. The allegations involve his use of a personal email account to conduct official business and evade Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests related to COVID-19 communications. This case raises concerns about government transparency in public health

Dr. Sonja Santelises, outgoing CEO of Baltimore City Public Schools, shares insights from her 10-year tenure in an exit interview. She discusses navigating a contentious environment and implementing changes that improved student success. The conversation, partnered with Bellwether, explores the challenges of running a major urban school district. Key Points Santelises led Baltimore City Public

Paul du Quenoy’s article in Chronicles criticizes the Yale report on American higher education, arguing it won’t lead to meaningful reforms. He compares entrusting faculty with diagnosing problems to putting drug dealers in charge of drug policy. The piece suggests that internal academic committees are ill-equipped to address systemic issues in higher education. Key Points

Samuel Abrams, a professor at Sarah Lawrence College, discusses his op-ed on the real crisis in higher education with Paul E. Peterson. The conversation focuses on the devaluing of college professors amid broader challenges in academia. This piece highlights ongoing issues affecting faculty roles and institutional dynamics in U.S. higher education. Key Points Discussion on

Samuel Moyn argues in the Chronicle of Higher Education that universities face a severe gerontocracy issue with aging faculty dominating positions. This problem hinders innovation and opportunities for younger scholars in higher education. The article highlights how this entrenched structure is more problematic than commonly acknowledged. Key Points Academia suffers from a gerontocracy where older

The article discusses concerns about AI integration in schools, drawing from Jessica Winter’s New Yorker piece where she compares talking to kids about AI to discussing a creepy neighbor. It explores the difficulties and potential steps needed to eliminate AI from educational settings. The piece emphasizes parental unease with AI’s role in children’s learning environments.